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Newspaper

Madison Weekly Herald

Location

Madison, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1919

Page

4

Funeral for Mrs Valentine Schafer at St Patrick’s Church

The funeral for Mrs Valentine Schafer, who died Sunday, was held at 9 o'clock from St Patrick's Church North Madison with Rev Charles Gierson officiating. A large crowd attended. eight granddaughters served as pallbearers. Interment followed in the North Madison Cemetery.

Valentine Schafer Edward Michigan Road St Patrick’s Church North Madison Charles Gierson

Funeral services for Joseph J Siddall in Chicago

Funeral services for the late Mr. Joseph J. Siddall were held at 1 PM at Christ Episcopal Church in Chicago with Rt. Rev. Bishop Theodore Thurston conducting. A number of friends attended and the choir provided music. Interment followed at Springdale cemetery with pallbearers James White W. W. Crozier S. M Strader Joseph M. Cravens Frank M. Harper Charles Davidson Edward Mclaughlin W. O. McLellend.

Joseph J. Siddall Chicago Christ Episcopal Church Theodore Thurston Oklahoma the Faily Springdale Cemetery Messrs James White W. W. Crozier S. M Strader Joseph M. Cravens Frank M. Harper Charles Davidson Edward Mclaughlin W. O. McLellend

Their Great Moment Gone

A fragmented historical letter discusses a speaker’s postwar impact on creative writing and literature. It reflects on wartime experiences shaping future authors and questions whether this generation can produce enduring works. The piece notes Europe’s population and hints at censorship and cultural shifts.

Wrong color rouge leads to vanity clash at theater

A young woman rouged her nose in public, sparking a bemused confrontation with a friend outside a theater. He quips about matching makeup as she admits she had applied rouge heavily and it stubbornly won’t wash off, then they reflect on letters home from campus.

Elise Indianapolis News

Madison Briefs Miscellany and Local News Notes

Local items from Madison include Miss Elizabeth Crawford traveling to Columbus and several residents visiting relatives. Business, marriage licenses, and familial visits are noted, with updates on Dr. W. A. Buchanan and Mrs. J. Woodhager. Also covered are plans for Main Street improvement, Bear Bros. Co. in Cincinnati, and Miss Mullen returning to lead Red Cross home service. The Indiana Reformatory relocation talks are reportedly abandoned, with the institution’s role to be expanded.

Cora Mullen Bloomington Red Cross Mullen Jefferson County The Washington, D. C Miss Mullen

Funeral services held for Miss Emma Lapp of Lancaster

Mrs R C Young of Bedford Ky left for Lancaster to attend the funeral of Miss Emma Lapp who died Wednesday from tuberculosis linked to a prior influenza attack. The service was at the Lapp home and interment followed at College cemetery with Rev M L Alexander officiating. Miss Lapp, 38, was born in Lancaster township and leaves siblings in Norwood Ohio and Lancaster.

R. C. Young Bedford Lancaster Emma Lapp Lapp College Cemetery M. L. Alexander Dupont Methodist Church Miss Lapp Lancaster Township Jacob Caroline Lapp Methodist Church Wykoff Christ Charles Miss Agnes Norwood Ohio Datter Henry Lapp Miss

Death of Henry F Baker in California

Henry F Baker died at his home in Los Gatos California on Wednesday November 12 at age near eighty due to heart complications. He was born in Madison and was the son of pioneer S J Baker. He moved to Louisville with his parents and lived in California since 1871 working as an engineer. He is survived by a wife and a sister Sadie Baker. Funeral and burial arrangements to be announced. Real estate transfers: Lemen of Milton to Butler of Trimble County for 110 acres near Monroe and Shelby townships. Graves to Sibley and Banks for a house and lot in North Madison. Ernest Brown and wife to Hugh Boyges of Trimble County for 18 acres on Wolf Run in Madison township. Possession Feb 1 1920. Total price $3,500 $11,200 and $2,866 respectively.

Theodore Siddall J. Siddall Chicago W. J. Smith Battle Creek Midh Elmer the Scott North Broadway Chayden Walters Norges Lacey Dupont Elizabeth Buchanan Hammond W. A. Buchanan Benjamin Lets Tadunapolis George Hitz Malinda Berteh Pershing Ind Herb Doddridge Doddridge W. M. Casebolt Louisville Kentucky Central Life and Accident Insurance Company A. Hauck J Woooatgeier North Vernon Milanna St. Michael's School Marianna Hauck George Bauersmith Thomas Dunlevy Fett Pittsburgh Corker I. L. Baer Charles Cohen Benbroen Cincinnati Jefferson Madison Baer Benjamin United States Bear Bros. Co AW. Koarstetter Aurora Karstetter Clarry Drake Karstelter Robert Clatlin West Second Street Robert Mahaffey Detroit Mich Helen Stevens Trimble Ive Grand River Church Young Mahatty Daisy Mahaffey Fisher Sadie E. Baker West Main Street Henry F. Baker Los Gatos California Baker Madivono Bof Elo S J. Baker Bestaen Min Hiw Emmerson Lemeno Joseph M. Cooper Rachard G. Lemen Milton Witham EF. Butler Trimble County Monroe Shelby John and Marietta Graves Sibley and Myrtle Banks North Ernest Brown Hugh Bh. Boygess Wolf Run Madison Township

Death of Mrs William Lanham in Shelby Township

Mrs. William Lanham, a well known Shelby township resident, died Wednesday after a brief illness at her home. Survived by her husband and children including Mrs. Cardinal of Ohio, Mrs. Wesley Wilson of Shelby township, Charles and James Lanham, and several others living at home, plus a married daughter in Kentucky. A Christian woman, her loss is mourned by many in the county.

William Lanham Shelby Township Lanham Wm. Cardinal Ohio Wesley Wilson Charles James Lanham Jesse Leonard Ethel Karl Kentucky

Infernal Machine Wrecks Detroit Flat. Many Escape

A blast from an infernal machine at a two family house on East Lafayette Avenue in Detroit injured or endangered over a dozen residents. The device wrecked the house front and is believed aimed at the man who lived next door, with black hands suspected.

Detroit East Lafayette Avenue

Sensation in London's West End Over Death of Alma Steane

Coroner's jury in London today ruled Alma Steane died by her own hand while of unsound mind. The 28 year old wife of a British army officer died at their fashionable luxury apartments after swallowing prussic acid, marking a sensational case in the West End.

London Alma Steane West End

Administration forces plan new reservations in treaty dispute

Washington reports that administration forces will press to fight against reservations to the proposed treaty and will also seek to add five reservations of their own. They believe enough Republican moderates will back a compromise toward a satisfactory solution.

Washington

38 Crew Members Rescued From Council Bluffs off Dutch Coast

The Hague Nov 14 Thirty eight members of the crew of the American steamship Council Bluffs were picked up today from two life boats off the Dutch coast by mine sweepers.

the Hague Amercan Council Bluffs

Godfrey Shot by Guards Near Centralia Jail

C A Godfrey was shot and seriously wounded by guards in Centralia Washington after he ignored a halt order while approaching the jail holding alleged Reds. He was wounded as the incident occurred on November 14.

Centralia Wash Godfrey

Secretary Lansing denies arms shipments to Mexico

Secretary Lansing denied that arms had been shipped to Mexico from Belgium or that any shipment was contemplated.

Belgium Lansing Washington Mexico

Hall's Catarrh Cure Promoted Against Mercury Risks

An ad warns against mercury in nostrums and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio. It claims the remedy contains no mercury and works through the blood and mucous surfaces. The product is sold nationwide by druggists with testimonials and an 89 cent price.

Hall F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Woledo Ohio Cheney & Co Drageats

Trade Commissioner urges public interest over capital and labor

William Culver, Federal Trade Commissioner, told the National Coffee Roasters Association in Atlantic City that organized capital and organized labor must submit to the people’s interest, or be faced with a jungle law.

Atlantic City William Culver Federal Trade Commissioner National Coffee Roastera Association

Sugar Price Refused Increase by Justice Department

The Department of Justice declined to raise sugar prices at the request of sugar producers. Historical Society meeting last night drew good attendance with brief papers on Madison area churches and music by Miss Laura Bach. The group endorsed monthly meetings on the second Thursday.

Washington Department of Justice Madison Churches Road the Historical Society Madison Laura Bach First Presbyterian Lacey W. Hughes W. W. Millar Baptist Jessie C. Strong

Estate actions and court updates from Madison area

Edward M. Prenatt appointed administrator of the Thomas Golden estate with Curtis Marshall as attorney. Ella McClanahan named guardian for Mary R. and George R. McClanahan, minor heirs. H J Zear ing attorney for guardian. Martha Lyle estate final settlement reported. Curtis Marshall attorney. Madison Safe Deposit & Trust final settlement for Frank J. Ditt yen estate. H H Cope attorney. Heimsath vs B&O SW Railroad trial near end. evidence submitted. jury expected tomorrow. Thompson Bear Connelly among plaintiff counsel. defense by McMullen & McMullen and John McGregor. Also notes on reform era politics and Icelandic law.

Edward M. Prenatt Thomas Golden North Madison Curtis Marshall Ella McClanahan Mary R George R. McClanahan Madison Safe Deposit & Trust Company Frank J. Dittyen H. H. Cope George Heimsath S. W F. M. Thompson Thompson P. E. Bear James H. Connelly Milan McMullen & McMullen Aurora John McGregor

Daddy Evening Fairy Tale Debuts in Lyrical Farm Tale

A long stitched narrative features a farmer, his children, and talking animals as Prince and Kitty explore gratitude and simple joys. Characters discuss life lessons about appreciation, nature, and contentment, weaving moral reflections through dialogue and gentle fantasy.

Kitty Prince

Home Made Remedy For Colds And Sore Throats

A fragmented home remedy discusses using menthol and honey to ease cold symptoms. The text mentions throat relief and a port page reference but lacks clear structure or complete instructions.

Port Bette

Dentrifice 18S Endorsed as Ideal by Army Dental Surgeons

The 18S dentrifice is identified by United States Army dental surgeons as the recommended standard for proper teeth alignment and dental care practices. This endorsement highlights the army’s preferred materials and methods for soldier dental health and readiness.

United States Army

Bio-feren Tablets touted as quick remedy claim

An ad claims Bio-feren Tablets restore energy and vigor for nervous, rundown individuals. It asserts rapid relief after meals and at bedtime, with doctors and druggists offering guarantees and free trials if buyers aren’t satisfied.

Fragmented List of Historic Ailments and Treatments

The document lists numerous medical complaints and remedies with garbled spellings. It includes fevers, congestion, diarrhea in adults, toothache, headache, dyspepsia, croup, laryngitis, rheumatism, piles, whooping cough, asthma, kidney disorders, incontinence, sore throat, grip and influenza references.

Grip Getppe

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